How many photos can I include in a collage?

You can include as many photos as you want. Our tool supports unlimited images, and you can choose from layouts that work best with your photo count - grid for many photos, freeform for artistic arrangements, and circle for unique circular compositions.

What layouts are available?

We offer 6+ layout options: Grid (equal cells), Masonry (true Pinterest-style with varied cell sizes based on image aspect ratios), Freeform (drag and position anywhere), Horizontal (side by side), Vertical (stacked), and Circle (circular arrangement). Each layout can be customized with spacing, padding, and background colors.

What canvas size presets are available?

We offer 5 canvas size presets optimized for social media: Instagram (1080x1080) for square posts, Story (1080x1920) for vertical stories, YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720) for landscape content, Portrait (1080x1350) for portrait photos, and Landscape (1920x1080) for widescreen. You can also choose Custom to set any dimensions between 100-4000px.

What are the image fit modes?

We offer 3 image fit modes: Stretch (fills the entire cell, may distort images), Contain (fits image within cell maintaining aspect ratio with letterboxing), and Cover (scales image to fill cell maintaining aspect ratio, crops edges as needed). Use Contain to preserve full images, Cover for seamless fills, and Stretch when distortion is acceptable.

What export formats are available?

We support 3 export formats: PNG (lossless, best quality, larger file size), JPEG (good compression, broad compatibility, adjustable quality 60-100%), and WebP (best compression quality, smaller file sizes, modern format). Choose based on your needs - PNG for lossless quality, JPEG for compatibility, WebP for optimal file size.

How does the quality slider work?

The quality slider (60-100%) is available for JPEG and WebP formats. Higher quality produces better image detail but larger file sizes. Lower quality reduces file size but may introduce compression artifacts. For most photos, 80-90% provides a good balance. PNG is lossless and doesn't use the quality slider.

What is the file size preview?

The file size preview shows the estimated download size of your collage based on current settings (canvas size, format, quality, images). This helps you ensure your collage meets upload limits for social media platforms or email attachments. The preview updates in real-time as you adjust settings.

Can I add drop shadows to images?

Yes, you can add drop shadows to all images in your collage. Customize blur radius (0-30px), offset X/Y (-20 to 20px), shadow color, and opacity (0-100%). Drop shadows add depth and make images stand out from the background. Use subtle shadows with low opacity for elegant effects.

Can I add borders to images?

Yes, you can add borders around all images in your collage. Customize border width (1-10px) and border color. Borders add a professional, polished look and can help define image boundaries. Use thin borders with contrasting colors for best results.

Can I add text to my collage?

Yes, you can add text overlays for captions, watermarks, dates, or branding. Choose from 6 fonts (Arial, Helvetica, Times New Roman, Georgia, Verdana, Courier New), adjust font size (12-120px), text color, and position (0-100% of canvas width/height). Text is rendered on top of all images.

Does the collage maker have undo/redo?

Yes, we have full undo/redo history with 50 states. Use the undo/redo buttons in the Settings panel or keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+Z for undo, Ctrl+Y or Ctrl+Shift+Z for redo). History is saved automatically when you add, delete, move, or reposition images. This is essential for complex freeform editing.

Can I zoom in on the canvas?

Yes, you can zoom from 50% to 200% using the zoom slider in the Settings panel. Zooming is useful for precise positioning of images in freeform mode and for detailed editing work. The canvas transforms smoothly with zoom applied.

How do I pan around the canvas?

You can pan the canvas in two ways: middle-click and drag, or hold the space key and drag. Panning is especially useful when zoomed in to navigate different parts of a large canvas. The cursor changes to indicate pan mode when space is pressed.

Can I customize the background?

Yes, you can choose any solid color for your collage background using our color picker. This allows you to match brand colors, create themed collages, or use contrasting colors to make your images pop.

How does layer stacking work?

Layer stacking determines which images appear on top of others. Use the up/down arrows in the layer panel to reorder images. In freeform mode, you can also drag images to reposition them. This is perfect for creating overlays or highlighting specific photos.

Can I adjust individual images?

Yes, in freeform mode you can select individual images and adjust their scale, rotation, width, and height. This gives you complete control over how each image appears in your collage for perfect composition.

What resolution will the collage have?

Collages are created in high resolution (1200x1200px) suitable for printing and web use. The final output maintains excellent image quality for all included photos, perfect for social media sharing and professional use.

Is the collage maker free to use?

Yes, our collage maker is completely free to use with no signup required. Create unlimited collages with all features available at no cost.

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Combine multiple photos into stunning collages with our powerful collage maker. Choose from 6+ layout options including true Pinterest-style masonry with varied cell sizes (2x1, 1x2, 2x2), grid, freeform, horizontal, vertical, and circle arrangements. Add professional polish with drop shadows (blur, offset, color, opacity), image borders (width, color), and text overlays (font, size, color, position) for captions, watermarks, and dates. Select canvas size presets for Instagram (1080x1080), Story (1080x1920), YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720), Portrait (1080x1350), Landscape (1920x1080), or custom dimensions. Control image fit with stretch, contain, or cover modes to maintain aspect ratios. Export in PNG, JPEG, or WebP formats with adjustable quality (60-100%) and real-time file size preview. Use undo/redo history (Ctrl+Z/Ctrl+Y) for complex freeform editing, zoom (50-200%) and pan (middle-click or space+drag) for precise positioning. Drag and drop images to reposition, adjust spacing and padding, customize background colors, control layer stacking order, and download instantly. Perfect for social media, photo albums, and creative projects.